According to a report by the U.S. Department of Education, only 8.6 out of every 100 college credits achieved by U.S. students are for foreign language acquisition, despite the growing use of LMS online language programs. Contrast this figure to the 56% of Europeans at ease with at least one other language, according to a recent Eurobarometer survey. It's a sad but true stereotype about Americans--most of us are more or less limited to our mastery of English.
The United States is one of the richest countries on the planet, with access to the finest and most innovative technology. Considering this fact, why aren't we taking advantage of every resource available to us in language acquisition, such as face-to-face and virtual tutors, and university and LMS online courses?
It's true that LMS online language courses are unique. Unlike other topics which are great left on the page, language material needs to be practiced out loud; therefore, depending on online courseware alone may not be an effective method.
In order to gain full mastery over a language, a whole lot of word and sound repetition is required. Sure, an online course can require students to listen to and repeat words, without someone there to provide feedback a student's pronunciation may be completely off. For this reason, blended language learning is best. And truly, most e-learning works best with complemented by face-to-face education.
When cared for and supplemented by face-to-face training, an LMS online language course can work wonders. In high schools especially, online language is part of the solution to many challenges that schools face, including limited language course offerings, shortages of language instructors, a lack of interest in language acquisition, the rise in home-schooling, and the lack of AP classes, physical space, and funding. During a heightening concern over the nation's school system, schools are prompted to think more creatively about how to maintain the quality of their education.
Additionally, LMS online language courses can help foster the confidence of shy students when interaction with other students is online and required. Online tools like LMSs, VoIP providers, instant messaging, screen and audio recordings, and podcasts provide endless opportunities for applying and sharpening language knowledge.
The United States is one of the richest countries on the planet, with access to the finest and most innovative technology. Considering this fact, why aren't we taking advantage of every resource available to us in language acquisition, such as face-to-face and virtual tutors, and university and LMS online courses?
It's true that LMS online language courses are unique. Unlike other topics which are great left on the page, language material needs to be practiced out loud; therefore, depending on online courseware alone may not be an effective method.
In order to gain full mastery over a language, a whole lot of word and sound repetition is required. Sure, an online course can require students to listen to and repeat words, without someone there to provide feedback a student's pronunciation may be completely off. For this reason, blended language learning is best. And truly, most e-learning works best with complemented by face-to-face education.
When cared for and supplemented by face-to-face training, an LMS online language course can work wonders. In high schools especially, online language is part of the solution to many challenges that schools face, including limited language course offerings, shortages of language instructors, a lack of interest in language acquisition, the rise in home-schooling, and the lack of AP classes, physical space, and funding. During a heightening concern over the nation's school system, schools are prompted to think more creatively about how to maintain the quality of their education.
Additionally, LMS online language courses can help foster the confidence of shy students when interaction with other students is online and required. Online tools like LMSs, VoIP providers, instant messaging, screen and audio recordings, and podcasts provide endless opportunities for applying and sharpening language knowledge.
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